Chapter 87 covers vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof. This includes motor vehicles (such as automobiles, motorcycles, tractors), non-motor vehicles (such as bicycles, horse-drawn carriages), and parts and accessories specially designed or principally designed for these vehicles. This chapter is an important chapter in the HS for the classification of mechanical and electrical products, involving a large number of transport-related commodities. Heading 8714 covers parts and accessories specially designed or principally designed for vehicles of headings 8711 to 8713. Specifically, it includes parts for motorcycles (8711), bicycles (8712), and invalid carriages (8713). Parts under this heading must be specially or principally designed for the above-mentioned vehicles; general-purpose parts that can be used in machines of other chapters may be classified under other headings. The first 2 digits 87 represent Chapter 87 (Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The 3rd-4th digits 14 represent heading 8714, i.e., parts and accessories specially designed or principally designed for vehicles of headings 8711 to 8713. The 5th-6th digits 22 represent subheading 8714.22, specifically transmissions and parts thereof for motorcycles. This subheading is further subdivided into transmissions and parts thereof, distinct from other motorcycle parts (e.g., 8714.11-19 for motorcycle parts, 8714.20 for invalid carriage parts, etc.). This commodity is a transmission and parts thereof for motorcycles, belonging to parts specially designed for motorcycles. Since motorcycles are classified under heading 8711, their specially designed parts should be classified under heading 8714. Under 8714, subheading 8714.22 explicitly lists "transmissions and parts thereof for motorcycles," so this code is given priority, rather than other motorcycle parts subheadings (such as 8714.11 to 8714.19) or general-purpose mechanical parts (such as gearboxes of 8483).
Chapter
Chapter 87 covers vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof. This includes motor vehicles (such as automobiles, motorcycles, tractors), non-motor vehicles (such as bicycles, horse-drawn carriages), and parts and accessories specially designed or principally designed for these vehicles. This chapter is an important chapter in the HS for the classification of mechanical and electrical products, involving a large number of transport-related commodities.
Heading
Heading 8714 covers parts and accessories specially designed or principally designed for vehicles of headings 8711 to 8713. Specifically, it includes parts for motorcycles (8711), bicycles (8712), and invalid carriages (8713). Parts under this heading must be specially or principally designed for the above-mentioned vehicles; general-purpose parts that can be used in machines of other chapters may be classified under other headings.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits 87 represent Chapter 87 (Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The 3rd-4th digits 14 represent heading 8714, i.e., parts and accessories specially designed or principally designed for vehicles of headings 8711 to 8713. The 5th-6th digits 22 represent subheading 8714.22, specifically transmissions and parts thereof for motorcycles. This subheading is further subdivided into transmissions and parts thereof, distinct from other motorcycle parts (e.g., 8714.11-19 for motorcycle parts, 8714.20 for invalid carriage parts, etc.).
Classification Basis
This commodity is a transmission and parts thereof for motorcycles, belonging to parts specially designed for motorcycles. Since motorcycles are classified under heading 8711, their specially designed parts should be classified under heading 8714. Under 8714, subheading 8714.22 explicitly lists "transmissions and parts thereof for motorcycles," so this code is given priority, rather than other motorcycle parts subheadings (such as 8714.11 to 8714.19) or general-purpose mechanical parts (such as gearboxes of 8483).
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared commodity, which should be accurately described as motorcycle transmissions or transmission parts, such as "motorcycle transmission assembly," "transmission gears," etc. Brand: Fill in the brand name of the commodity; if there is no brand, fill in "no brand." Brand is important information for determining origin and intellectual property rights. Model: Fill in the model or specification of the commodity, such as "ABC-123," used to distinguish different specifications of transmissions. Applicable Vehicle Model: Indicate the type or displacement of motorcycle to which the transmission applies, such as "suitable for 250cc displacement motorcycles." Material: Fill in the main material, such as "aluminum alloy," "alloy steel," etc., which affects classification and tax rate. Whether Assembly: Indicate whether it is a transmission assembly or a part, such as "assembly" or "part." Origin: Fill in the country (region) of production or manufacture of the commodity, used to determine the applicable tax rate and trade policy. Product Name: Motorcycle Transmission Assembly; Brand: HONDA; Model: ABC-123; Applicable Vehicle Model: 250cc displacement motorcycle; Material: Aluminum Alloy; Whether Assembly: Assembly; Origin: Japan. Incorrectly classifying motorcycle transmission parts as general-purpose mechanical parts (such as 8483), resulting in incorrect tax rates and regulatory conditions. Failure to indicate the applicable vehicle model at the time of declaration, making it impossible to prove that it is specially designed for motorcycles, and it may be classified under other headings. Omission or incorrect filling of elements such as brand and model, affecting customs document review and inspection.
Product Name
The specific name of the declared commodity, which should be accurately described as motorcycle transmissions or transmission parts, such as "motorcycle transmission assembly," "transmission gears," etc.
⚠️ Incorrectly declared as "motorcycle parts" or "gearbox," which is too general or incorrectly classified.
Brand
Fill in the brand name of the commodity; if there is no brand, fill in "no brand." Brand is important information for determining origin and intellectual property rights.
⚠️ Omitting the brand or filling it in incompletely, leading to customs questioning.
Model
Fill in the model or specification of the commodity, such as "ABC-123," used to distinguish different specifications of transmissions.
⚠️ Incorrect model entry or inconsistency with the actual product, affecting classification.
Applicable Vehicle Model
Indicate the type or displacement of motorcycle to which the transmission applies, such as "suitable for 250cc displacement motorcycles."
⚠️ Failure to indicate the applicable vehicle model, making it impossible to determine whether it is specially designed.
Material
Fill in the main material, such as "aluminum alloy," "alloy steel," etc., which affects classification and tax rate.
⚠️ False declaration of material, such as declaring alloy steel as stainless steel.
Whether Assembly
Indicate whether it is a transmission assembly or a part, such as "assembly" or "part."
⚠️ Mistakenly declaring a part as an assembly, or vice versa.
Origin
Fill in the country (region) of production or manufacture of the commodity, used to determine the applicable tax rate and trade policy.
⚠️ Incorrect declaration of origin, such as declaring the assembly location as the origin.
Incorrectly classifying motorcycle transmission parts as general-purpose mechanical parts (such as 8483), resulting in incorrect tax rates and regulatory conditions.
Failure to indicate the applicable vehicle model at the time of declaration, making it impossible to prove that it is specially designed for motorcycles, and it may be classified under other headings.
Omission or incorrect filling of elements such as brand and model, affecting customs document review and inspection.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core classification determination basis: First confirm that the commodity is a part specially designed for motorcycles, not a general-purpose part. According to General Rules of Interpretation 1 and 6 of the HS, heading 8714 explicitly includes motorcycle parts. Subheading 8714.22 is further limited to "transmissions and parts thereof." Therefore, as long as the commodity is a motorcycle transmission or its parts and meets the specificity requirement, it is classified under this code. If the transmission can be used for other vehicles or machinery, it may be classified under other headings. 871410 Other parts for motorcycles: 871410 covers other non-transmission parts for motorcycles, such as frames, wheel hubs, etc. Transmissions are specifically listed under 871422, so transmissions are not classified under 871410. 848340 Gears and gearboxes: 848340 is for general-purpose gearboxes. If the transmission is specially designed for motorcycles, it should be classified under 871422; if it is general-purpose, it is classified under 848340. 870840 Automobile transmissions: 870840 is for automobile transmissions, while motorcycle transmissions are classified under 871422; the two have different uses. 871120 Complete motorcycles: 871120 is for complete motorcycles. Transmissions, as parts, should be classified separately under 871422, not as complete vehicles. Is the commodity specially designed for motorcycles? Does it belong to transmissions or parts thereof? Can it be classified under other headings (such as general-purpose gearboxes)? Are the declaration elements complete and accurate? Is it declared together with the complete vehicle?
Basis
Core classification determination basis: First confirm that the commodity is a part specially designed for motorcycles, not a general-purpose part. According to General Rules of Interpretation 1 and 6 of the HS, heading 8714 explicitly includes motorcycle parts. Subheading 8714.22 is further limited to "transmissions and parts thereof." Therefore, as long as the commodity is a motorcycle transmission or its parts and meets the specificity requirement, it is classified under this code. If the transmission can be used for other vehicles or machinery, it may be classified under other headings.
Confused Codes：
871410 - Other parts for motorcycles
871410 covers other non-transmission parts for motorcycles, such as frames, wheel hubs, etc. Transmissions are specifically listed under 871422, so transmissions are not classified under 871410.
848340 - Gears and gearboxes
848340 is for general-purpose gearboxes. If the transmission is specially designed for motorcycles, it should be classified under 871422; if it is general-purpose, it is classified under 848340.
870840 - Automobile transmissions
870840 is for automobile transmissions, while motorcycle transmissions are classified under 871422; the two have different uses.
871120 - Complete motorcycles
871120 is for complete motorcycles. Transmissions, as parts, should be classified separately under 871422, not as complete vehicles.
Self-Check：
✓ Is the commodity specially designed for motorcycles?
✓ Does it belong to transmissions or parts thereof?
✓ Can it be classified under other headings (such as general-purpose gearboxes)?
✓ Are the declaration elements complete and accurate?
✓ Is it declared together with the complete vehicle?
❓ FAQ
Which HS code should motorcycle transmissions be classified under? Motorcycle transmissions and parts should be classified under HS code 871422. This code is specifically for motorcycle transmissions and parts thereof, under heading 8714. If the transmission is general-purpose, it may be classified under 8483, but if specially designed for motorcycles, it is classified under 871422. How to determine whether a transmission is specially designed for motorcycles or general-purpose? It mainly depends on the designed use and structure. If the transmission can only be used for motorcycles, or is mainly matched with motorcycle engines, it is considered specially designed. If it can be used for multiple types of machinery, it may be general-purpose. At the time of declaration, proof such as applicable vehicle models and technical parameters must be provided. What are common errors in declaration elements during customs declaration? Common errors include: general product names (such as "motorcycle parts"), failure to indicate the applicable vehicle model, false declaration of material, omission of brand and model, etc. These errors may lead to customs questioning the classification, or even document amendment or penalties. What is the difference between 871422 and 871410? 871410 is for other motorcycle parts, such as frames, wheel hubs, etc.; 871422 specifically refers to motorcycle transmissions and parts. The two are parallel subheadings, and transmissions are not classified under 871410. If transmission parts are imported separately, how should they be classified? If transmission parts are specially designed for motorcycle transmissions, they are still classified under 871422. For example, transmission gears, transmission shafts, etc., as long as they are specially designed, are classified under this code. What is the import tax rate for motorcycle transmissions? Tax rates vary by country, trade agreement, origin, etc., and a fixed value cannot be given. It is recommended to consult the latest customs tariff or use official tax rate inquiry tools, and determine in conjunction with origin and trade policy. What should be noted when selling motorcycle transmissions via cross-border e-commerce? HS codes must be accurately declared, and complete declaration elements must be provided. Attention should be paid to intellectual property rights (brand authorization), product certification (such as CCC), etc. Personal items and commercial express shipments are subject to different regulatory methods and must be declared compliantly. After classification under 871422, what are the regulatory conditions? Regulatory conditions vary by country and may involve import licenses, CCC certification, etc. Specific requirements should be checked in the customs regulatory conditions table. It is recommended to consult a professional customs broker or customs authority.
Q: Which HS code should motorcycle transmissions be classified under?
A: Motorcycle transmissions and parts should be classified under HS code 871422. This code is specifically for motorcycle transmissions and parts thereof, under heading 8714. If the transmission is general-purpose, it may be classified under 8483, but if specially designed for motorcycles, it is classified under 871422.
Q: How to determine whether a transmission is specially designed for motorcycles or general-purpose?
A: It mainly depends on the designed use and structure. If the transmission can only be used for motorcycles, or is mainly matched with motorcycle engines, it is considered specially designed. If it can be used for multiple types of machinery, it may be general-purpose. At the time of declaration, proof such as applicable vehicle models and technical parameters must be provided.
Q: What are common errors in declaration elements during customs declaration?
A: Common errors include: general product names (such as "motorcycle parts"), failure to indicate the applicable vehicle model, false declaration of material, omission of brand and model, etc. These errors may lead to customs questioning the classification, or even document amendment or penalties.
Q: What is the difference between 871422 and 871410?
A: 871410 is for other motorcycle parts, such as frames, wheel hubs, etc.; 871422 specifically refers to motorcycle transmissions and parts. The two are parallel subheadings, and transmissions are not classified under 871410.
Q: If transmission parts are imported separately, how should they be classified?
A: If transmission parts are specially designed for motorcycle transmissions, they are still classified under 871422. For example, transmission gears, transmission shafts, etc., as long as they are specially designed, are classified under this code.
Q: What is the import tax rate for motorcycle transmissions?
A: Tax rates vary by country, trade agreement, origin, etc., and a fixed value cannot be given. It is recommended to consult the latest customs tariff or use official tax rate inquiry tools, and determine in conjunction with origin and trade policy.
Q: What should be noted when selling motorcycle transmissions via cross-border e-commerce?
A: HS codes must be accurately declared, and complete declaration elements must be provided. Attention should be paid to intellectual property rights (brand authorization), product certification (such as CCC), etc. Personal items and commercial express shipments are subject to different regulatory methods and must be declared compliantly.
Q: After classification under 871422, what are the regulatory conditions?
A: Regulatory conditions vary by country and may involve import licenses, CCC certification, etc. Specific requirements should be checked in the customs regulatory conditions table. It is recommended to consult a professional customs broker or customs authority.
⚠️ Disclaimer: HS code classification, declaration elements, tariff rates and regulatory conditions on this page are for reference only and do not constitute legal advice on customs classification. Tariff rates and regulations are subject to change; the latest announcements from the General Administration of Customs and on-site determinations shall prevail. Please consult professional customs brokers or customs authorities before import/export.